The Celtics have explored Anfernee Simons trade scenarios as a potential path to luxury tax flexibility while remaining reluctant to attach a future first-round pick or take on long-term salary.
While the Boston Celtics have been linked to a potential center upgrade in Ivica Zubac, they have also explored possible Anfernee Simons trade scenarios that could help them duck the luxury tax.
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According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, Boston is under no immediate pressure to reduce its luxury tax bill, which has already been budgeted. However, the Celtics would be open to moving below the tax threshold if the right deal presents itself.
Simons has drawn interest from the Milwaukee Bucks, as reported by HoopsHype.
Per HoopsHype, Boston has been unwilling to attach a future first-round pick in order to move Simons. Moreover, in any potential trade involving Simons, Boston has been hesitant to take back long-term salary.
The 26-year-old guard is in the final year of his contract, worth $27.68 million, and is averaging 13.5 points per game while shooting 39.6 percent from three-point range in a reserve role.
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